The Virgin and Child
Jan van Eyck
Van Eyck, Jan, was a Flemish painter known for his pioneering use of oil paint and meticulous attention to detail. His work, particularly the Arnolfini Portrait, revolutionized portraiture and contributed to the development of Northern Renaissance art.
Jan van Eyck created The Virgin and Child in 1433. It is now part of the collection at National Gallery of Victoria in Australia.
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